Kaleidoscope and image software for kaleidoscope

ABSTRACT

A kaleidoscope includes a kaleidoscope body assembled in the shape of a sleeve so as to locate the surfaces of mirrors thereinto; a support body, having two concave parts, attached to an end portion of the kaleidoscope body, supporting an image software at the end portion, holding at least two points of the outer circumferential portion of the container; a prevention member attached to one of the support body, the end portion of the kaleidoscope body and a part adjacent the support body and kaleidoscope body, preventing for coming out the image software from an opening end of the concave parts; and the image software having an image software member thereinto, being supported rotatably and detachably by the support body so that it can change from the image software attached in the kaleidoscope body to the different image software easily and can enjoy many images.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[0001] This invention relates to a kaleidoscope and image software for the kaleidoscope.

[0002] In the conventional kaleidoscope, it is composed of the kaleidoscope body having two or more mirrors and the image software attached fixedly to the end portion of the kaleidoscope body. In the conventional kaleidoscope, almost of the kaleidoscopes are entered the natural light into the kaleidoscope body from outside of the image software.

[0003] Since the image software of the conventional kaleidoscope is attached fixedly in the kaleidoscope body, it is hard to exchange to the image software, and the user cannot enjoy because it is not easy to exchange the other image software.

[0004] Moreover, the user cannot enjoy original beauty of the image of the kaleidoscope in the room because the inner space becomes too dark in order to see the image software by natural light. Moreover, since it is necessary to twist the body towards the brighter and see it, it is difficult to enjoy oneself for a long time.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

[0005] Accordingly, it is an object of the invention to provide a kaleidoscope which can change from the image software attached in the kaleidoscope body to the different image software easily and can enjoy many images.

[0006] It is another object of the invention to provide a kaleidoscope that can see a bright and beautiful image anywhere by attaching a small lighting device to carry conveniently.

[0007] Novel features which are believed to be characteristic of the invention, both as to its organization and method of operation, together with further objects and advantages thereof, are described below with reference to the accompanying drawings in which preferred embodiments of the invention are illustrated as an example.

[0008] It is to be expressly understood, however, that the drawings are for the purpose of illustration and description only, and are not intended as a definition of the limits of the invention.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0009]FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing a first embodiment of the present invention;

[0010]FIG. 2 is an exploded perspective view;

[0011]FIG. 3 is a top view;

[0012]FIG. 4 is a front view;

[0013]FIG. 5 is a back view;

[0014]FIG. 6 is a side view;

[0015]FIG. 7 is a cross sectional view taken along a line 7-7 of FIG. 3;

[0016]FIG. 8 is an exploded perspective view of a kaleidoscope body;

[0017]FIG. 9 is an explanation view of an image software for the kaleidoscope;

[0018]FIG. 10 is a cross sectional view taken along a line 10-10 of FIG. 9;

[0019]FIG. 11 is an explanation view of a support body for the image software;

[0020]FIG. 12 is an explanation view when in use;

[0021]FIG. 13 is a top view showing a second embodiment;

[0022]FIG. 14 is a cross sectional view taken along a line 14-14 of FIG. 13;

[0023]FIG. 15 is an explanation view when in use;

[0024]FIG. 16 is a top view showing a third embodiment;

[0025]FIG. 17 is a cross sectional view taken along a line 17-17 of FIG. 16;

[0026]FIG. 18 is a top view showing a fourth embodiment;

[0027]FIG. 19 is a side view;

[0028]FIG. 20 is a back view;

[0029]FIG. 21 is an explanation view of an image software for the kaleidoscope;

[0030]FIG. 22 is a top view showing a fifth embodiment;

[0031]FIG. 23 is a side view;

[0032]FIG. 24 is an explanation view of a support body for the image software;

[0033]FIG. 25 is a top view;

[0034]FIG. 26 is a side view;

[0035]FIG. 27 is a cross sectional view taken along a line 27-27 of FIG. 25;

[0036]FIG. 28 is a top view;

[0037]FIG. 29 is a cross sectional view taken along a line 29-29 of FIG. 28;

[0038]FIG. 30 is a perspective view showing an eighth embodiment;

[0039]FIG. 31 is an exploded perspective view;

[0040]FIG. 32 is a top view;

[0041]FIG. 33 is a side view;

[0042]FIG. 34 is a cross sectional view taken along a line 34-34 of FIG. 32;

[0043]FIG. 35 is a perspective view showing a ninth embodiment;

[0044]FIG. 36 is an exploded perspective view;

[0045]FIG. 37 is an explanation view of a support body for the image software;

[0046]FIG. 38 is a perspective view showing a tenth embodiment; and

[0047]FIG. 39 is an exploded perspective view.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS

[0048] Preferred embodiments of the present invention are described in more detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0049] An understanding of the present invention may be best gained by reference to FIGS. 1 and 2. The numeral 1 shows a kaleidoscope of the present invention and comprised of a kaleidoscope body 2; a support body 4 for supporting an image software 3 at an end portion 7 of the kaleidoscope body 2 rotatably and detachably, attaching to the end portion 7 of the kaleidoscope body 2; a lighting device 5 attached in the support body 4, capable of illuminating the image software 3 for kaleidoscope from right-angled mostly to the direction of an axial center of the kaleidoscope body 2; and an eye cover 6 attached to a window 8 of the kaleidoscope body 2, capable of covering both eyes when looking the window 8 by one of eyes.

[0050] In the kaleidoscope body 2, a plurality of mirrors, three mirrors 9, 9, 10 are assembled to form in the shape of a triangle and pipe so as to position the mirror surface at the inner wall therein. Shields 11 are attached to the both ends of the piped mirrors 9, 9, 10 so as to cover the space between the end portions of the mirrors and the inner wall of a sleeve 12. After the assembled mirrors are inserted into the sleeve 12, the openings positioned at the ends of the sleeve 12 are covered by cover glasses 13, 13.

[0051] In this structure, since the whole surface of the opening of the sleeve 12 may be used, a big peep mouth is secured, and it is effective in peeping easily.

[0052] The mirrors 9, 9 and 10 are inserted into the sleeve 12 of the kaleidoscope body 2. The gas without oxygen and inactive gas are filled up into the sleeve 12 if needed, and the sleeve 12 is sealed with the cover glasses 13.

[0053] The mirror-plating surface of the mirror is used directly as a reflective part. Therefore, the mirror-plating surface is exposed by the atmosphere, and degradation by the rust from oxidization tends to take place.

[0054] To sever oxygen is required in order to prevent the degradation of the mirrored surface, and the same is said of when the drier and oxygen absorbent are put thereinto, there may be the same effect.

[0055] The image software 3 is comprised of a container body 14 formed in the shape of a cylinder and made by transparent glass or resin material; an image software member 24 having objects 22 and a liquid 23; a partition 21; pieces 25; caps 17; and a spacer 20.

[0056] The image software member 24 consists of the objects 22 including a plurality of beads, glasses, plastic, precious metals, threads and the like, containing in the container body 14 and the liquid 23 including colored or transparent glycerin, oil, water and the like.

[0057] The partition 21 divides in the two or more space inside the container body 14.

[0058] The pieces 25 with the elasticity are contained into the container body 14.

[0059] The cap 17 covers the opening 15 of the container body 14 at a sealing state, and guide slots 19 are formed between the shoulder part 16 and the caps 17 respectively.

[0060] The spacer 20 is attached to the opposite portion of the opening of the container body 14.

[0061] In the image software 3 for the kaleidoscope, the liquid 23 including glycerin, oil, water and the like is enclosed with in many cases because the coloring of the object 22 restores the color and the effects such as enjoying the process for changing the image with slow motion are expected.

[0062] However, the air bubbles remain in the process for sealing the cap 17, and there is a problem that the beauty of an image is spoiled.

[0063] In this invention, after the liquid 23 with the object 22 is filled in the container body 14 up to the opening 15, the pieces 25 with elasticity, the pieces formed in the shape of a pillar corresponding to the diameter of the opening 15 and made of styrene foam in this embodiment are packed into the container body 14. Then the cap 17 is closed so that the pieces 25 are pushed thereinto, and it is closed with eliminating the air bubbles inside the container with a liquid 23. Therefore, a cap 17 packing the of, and the pieces 25 which is elastic in the process which puts and rebukes a cap 17 being pushed in, and, the remaining the air bubbles in the image software 3 is prevented, and the fine sight of the image can be secured.

[0064] Moreover, the liquid 23 which is enclosed in the image software 3 expands and the pressure rises by the rise of temperature etc. Therefore, there is a problem that leaking out the liquid is occurred.

[0065] On the contrary, although the expansion of the liquid can be offset by contraction of air and the leaking of the liquid can be prevented if air is put in to some quantity, the beauty of the image is spoiled with air bubbles so that the air bubbles is put thereinto. In the conventional way, the mouth of a glass container is melted down, or a metal cap is covered and closed in order to prevent the liquid leak. Although it is a positive method technically, it is not easy to process.

[0066] In this case, the bag which sealed the air contracts and expands the volume by change of the pressure inside the container or the pieces 25 with elasticity including foaming resin material or foaming rubber material is filled into the container body 14 with the liquid 23 so that the expansion of the liquid 23 is offset, and the leaking the liquid is prevented.

[0067] When the pieces 25 are put into the opening 15 of the transparent container body 14, the pieces can be hided inside the opaque cap 17, and there is no affection to the image of the image software 3.

[0068] In addition, the quantity of the image software member 24 may be adjusted economically by packing the elastic pieces 25.

[0069] The image of the image software 3 is mostly decided by the composition of the image software member 24. The conventional image software is only supplied the image software member 24 to the container, and the almost same image continues when it rotates.

[0070] In the present invention, a partition formed in the shape of a plate, cross, Y-letter, and the like, a partition wall 21 formed in the shape of a plate in this embodiment, is provided into the container body 14 formed in the shape of a cylinder, and the different objects 22 put into each space which is divided by the partition wall 21. Therefore, when the image software is rotated, there is an advantage that gives change to an image.

[0071] When the number of division increases, the more changeful image can be shown. Moreover, since the partition 21 constitutes a background, the changeable image can be shown by treating color and a pattern to the partition 21.

[0072] Especially, when a cylinder or a pillar is put in the center of the container and the image software member 24 is put into around it, the quantity of the part image software member 24 can be decreased economically.

[0073] The guide slot 19 of the image software 3 allows the image software 3 to rotate at a fixed position along concave parts 27 of the support body 4 as a guide rail, preventing for falling out.

[0074] In this way, the guide slot 19 can prevent to fall out the image software 3 from the support body 4. Therefore, when the projection and concave portions are formed on the outer circumferential part of the image software 3, it can achieve the function of prevention.

[0075] When the position of the projection and concave portions is formed freely, the image software 3 can move to an axle direction. Therefore, more changeful image is obtained from the same image software 3

[0076] Moreover, since the caps 17 are attached to the both sides of the image software 3, the user can rotate at both sides by hands.

[0077] In addition, the cap 17 can rotates the image software 3 when only the cap 17 positioned at the side of the opening 15 is attached.

[0078] The support body 4 is attached in the end portion 7 of the kaleidoscope body 2, and two concave parts 27 are provided at the parts which install the image software, the concave parts 27 having the concave portions, formed in the shape of a semicircle, which engage the two guide slots 19, 19 which are formed at the outer circumferential portion of the image software 3 and supporting rotatably and detachably the both ends of the container of the image software 3 along the guide slots 19, 19.

[0079] In addition, it prevents that the image software 3 escapes from the opening end of the concave parts 27 by a support member 33 formed in a vertical state to an axial direction of the kaleidoscope body 2.

[0080] Moreover, the edge of the portion that supports the image software 3 of a support pipe 26 is formed projections 28, 28 that touch the cylinder surface of the image software 3. Reflective parts 29, 29 are positioned between the projections 28, 28 and the end portion of the kaleidoscope body 2.

[0081] In order to insert the image software 3 in the support body 4, the support member 33 with the elasticity formed in the end portion of the reflective plate 32 is opened by the image software 3, and the image software 3 is put thereinto. Then the guide slots 19, 19 are engaged with the concave parts 27 respectively. Thereby, the image software 3 can be rotated at a fixed position on the concave part 27, and it does not release from an open end.

[0082] Thereby, since the image software 3 can be detached and attached by one-touch, it is easy to exchange of the image software which was trouble conventionally so that the user can exchange many image software 3 and can enjoy easily.

[0083] Moreover, since there are no functional parts like the rotation axle in the appearance, the form of the image software for the kaleidoscope can be made into the graceful design which can be equal to appreciation even if independent.

[0084] The edge of the mirrors 9, 9 and 10 of the kaleidoscope body 2 is usually constituted by the straight line in the light of the processing. The space is located between a plane and a curved surface when the end portion 7 of the kaleidoscope body 2 which is inserted the mirrors 9, 9, 10 is touched to the cylindrical surface of the image software 3. When the kaleidoscope 1 is looked into in case that there is the space, the unrelated exterior scenery is reflected in the circumference part of the image from the space, it becomes the noise like the imbricate pattern of a carp streamer, and the beauty of the picture is spoiled.

[0085] In order to prevent such condition, the projections 28, 28 that are provided at the edge of the support pipe 26 are jutted out like eaves so as to touch to the cylindrical surface of the image software 3. The space between the end portion 7 of the kaleidoscope body 2 and the cylindrical surface of the image software 3 is closed, and it is intercepting that the unrelated exterior scenery is reflected.

[0086] Moreover, the reflective parts 29 are formed between the projections 28 inside the support pipe 26 and end portion 7 of the kaleidoscope body 2. Thereby, the image software member 24 of the image software 3 is reflected to the reflective parts 29, and a beautiful image can be secured. Moreover, since the reflective parts 29 is attached so as to touch the cylinder surface of the image software 3, the distance of the cylinder surface and the reflective part 29 becomes so small that a contacting point is approached. Since the image of the cylinder surface is clearly projected to the reflective part 29 so that the distance of the cylinder surface and the reflective part 29 becomes small, it is reflected with gradation, and the joint with a contacting point is not outstood so that the natural beautiful image without noise is shown around the image.

[0087] In addition, the reflective part 29 makes the color and is formed to give a fixed effect to catoptrical light, such as for example white and mirror-made surface so that it can give change to the image when the user peeps into the kaleidoscope 1.

[0088] The lighting device 5 is comprised of a case 30 for the power; a power supply 31; a reflective plate 32; white Light Emitting Diodes (LED) 34, 34 with high luminosity; and a control circuits 37.

[0089] The case 30 is attached at the bottom surface of the support body 4. The power supply 31 including a battery is installed into the case. The reflective plate 32 projects upwards via the slope at about 45 degrees from the lower part of the case 30 for the power supply, expanding an upper surface thereof, and forming a reflective surface at a part faced the end portion 7 of the kaleidoscope body 2. At least one or more lighting lamps, two white LED 34, 34 with little generation of heat and power consumption project into the reflective plate 32, and irradiating in parallel to the axial direction of the kaleidoscope body 2. The control circuits 37 is interposed between the lighting lamps 34 and the power supply 31, capable of turning on the lighting lamps 34 by turning on the switch 36 installed in a support plate 35 attached to the upper surface of the support body 4. Thereby, the reflective plate 32 bends the light of the lighting lamps 34, and the image software 3 for the kaleidoscope is illuminated from right-angled mostly to the axial direction of the kaleidoscope body 2.

[0090] In the lighting device 5, the undersurface of the image software 3 is illuminated because the image software 3 is seen not by penetration light but by catoptrical light.

[0091] Since it is seen by the catoptrical light of the light puts from a side portion to a sight, the shade arises on an image and there is a three-dimensional effect,

[0092] Moreover, the opaque object 22 can be used, and the selection range of material increases, and the range of creation spreads.

[0093] Moreover, the light is illuminated the surroundings to the whole container body 14, and whole contents in the container body 14 is watched transparently and beautifully even if the liquid 23 is colored and is watched with penetration light. In addition, there is a few influences which the surface catoptrical light of the container body 14 has on the image so that a dear image is shown.

[0094] In this embodiment the indirect illumination is used via the reflective plate 32, and it does not illuminate the undersurface of the image software 3 directly with the lighting lamp 34 of the lighting device 5 because the patches generates in a luminous-intensity distribution on the lighting lamp 34.

[0095] The patches in a luminous-intensity distribution on the lighting lamp 34 become so clear that a light source is approached, and there is a factor that checks the beauty of an image. In order to avoid the patches, it is effective to separate the light source from the subject and to scatter a beam.

[0096] The compact composition can also enlarge a distance between the light source and subject by using the reflective plate 32. Also the beam can be scattered, and a uniform soft light can illuminate throughout the irradiation side of the image software 3.

[0097] Moreover, when the reflective part of the reflective plate 32 is formed a curved surface, it can work as a concave mirror, and the light of the lighting lamp 34 can be efficiently collected to the image software 3, and the brightness of an image can be increased.

[0098] Moreover, the atmosphere of an image can be changed by making the surface of a reflective part to color white, form mirror surface and the like.

[0099] Although the upper surface of the reflective plate 32 of the lighting device 5 is opened for detaching easily the image software 3, when the surrounding situation is bright, natural light can be taken in. The battery is saved, and it is economical by using the lighting device 5 when it is dark.

[0100] At this time, the reflective part of the reflective plate 32 works as a condensing mirror, and the taken-in light is efficiently brought together in the image software 3, and it is effective in increasing the brightness of the image.

[0101] In addition, the reflective plate 32 can prevent to fall out suddenly the image software 3 when the image software 3 is installed and absorbs the shock when the kaleidoscope body drops. Therefore, the image software 3 and the lighting lamp 34 are protected from breakage.

[0102] The switch 36 of the lighting device 5 is located in the position that can be pushed by the index finger or the middle finger when the user take the kaleidoscope 1 by the single hand and the center of gravity is supported with the thumb finger.

[0103] It considers so that it may be stabilized that the switch 36 can be operated single hand.

[0104] In this embodiment, white LED is used as the lighting lamp 34 of the lighting device. It means that it is small and illuminates a strong white light, and there is the great effect to the reappearance of color. In addition, it works on a battery, since there are little generation of heat and power consumption and the battery withstands long use, the lighting device 5 can be miniaturized and it is convenient for carrying.

[0105] Although the lighting device 5 with the white LED as the lighting lamp 34 is explained, various kinds of lighting lamps may be used, such as for example, the usual filament lamp, a high halogen lamp with color temperature and the like.

[0106] Moreover, although it is explained that the image software 2 is illuminated from the right-angled to the axle direction of the kaleidoscope body 5, the image software can be illuminated from any direction.

[0107] In addition, as illustrated in FIGS. 26 and 27, the light of the lighting lamp 34 may apply directly without using the reflective plate 32.

[0108] The eye cover 6 includes a hood 38 attached to the window 8 of the kaleidoscope body 2, capable of covering both eyes when the user is looking into the window 8 by one of eyes, expanding to the right and left directions.

[0109] Although the clearer image could be obtained when the eye cover is attached in the window of the kaleidoscope, in general, the usual kaleidoscope has the eye cover of the simple eye. In the usual kaleidoscope with the eye cover of the simple eye, one eye needs to shut and peep into, and it has the fault that an eye got tired.

[0110] In this invention, even though the window 8 of the kaleidoscope body 2 is looked by the right or left eye, one of the eyes is covered so that it can be peeped into by either eyes. Therefore, since it does not care about the right eye, and both eyes open and it can be looked into, three-dimensional effect is felt for the image and the eyes does not get tired.

[0111] Moreover, there is no movable part in the eye cover 6 so that it is simple and is hard to break and durable.

[0112] In the kaleidoscope 1, after the support member 33 is expanded, the image software 3 for the kaleidoscope inserted into the support body 4. After that, the user peeps through the eye cover 6, turning on the switch 35 and the lighting lamps 34 of the white LED.

[0113] When the cap 17 of the image software 3 for the kaleidoscope is rotated by pinching, the kaleidoscope is illuminated with the lighting lamps 34, 34 in the dark room, and the bright and beautiful image also can be enjoyed with an easy posture.

[0114] Other embodiments of the present invention will now be described with reference to FIGS. 13-39. In FIGS. 13-39, the same components as in the first embodiment described above with reference to FIGS. 13-39 are designated by the same reference numerals and therefore will not be further explained in great detail.

[0115] A second embodiment of the present invention is shown in FIGS. 13-15. It is distinguished from the first embodiment in that a hood 38A that covers both eyes is attached movably at the window 8 of the kaleidoscope body by pivot pins 39, 39 to the right-and-left directions. Therefore, one of the eyes can be covered by moving the hood 38A when it is peeped either eye to the window of the kaleidoscope body.

[0116] A kaleidoscope 1A according to the second embodiment has similar advantages to that according to the first embodiment.

[0117] A third embodiment of the present invention is shown in FIGS. 16 and 17. It is distinguished from the first embodiment in that a hood 38B that covers both eyes is attached slidably at the window 8 of the kaleidoscope body by slide rails 40, 40 to the right-and-left direction. Therefore, one of the eyes can be covered by sliding the hood 38B when it is looked either eye to the window of the kaleidoscope body.

[0118] A kaleidoscope 1B according to the second embodiment has similar advantages to that according to the first embodiment.

[0119] A fourth embodiment of the present invention is shown in FIGS. 18-21. It is distinguished from the first embodiment in that a kaleidoscope is comprised of two kaleidoscope bodies 2A, 2B, a support body 4A and two image software 3A, 3B. The kaleidoscope bodies 2A, 2B are arranged in parallel so that it can peep into by both eyes. The support body 4A is attached in the end portion 7 of the kaleidoscope bodies 2A, 2B, supporting independently two image software 3A, 3B corresponding to the kaleidoscope bodies 2A, 2B. The image software 3A, 3B includes the container supported by the support body 4A, the container having the image software members 24A, 24B thereinto. A kaleidoscope 1C according to the fourth embodiment has similar advantages to that according to the first embodiment, and the user can see the different image of the image software by both of eyes.

[0120] Although the kaleidoscope which can be peeped into by both eyes exists and the user can enjoy the complicated image which overlaps, the image software is shared, and the image reflected in both eyes is the same condition. Therefore, it overlaps depending on image software and a visible image may be felt an obstacle.

[0121] There is a physiology phenomenon of recognizing more vividly what is moving from what has stopped in an eye. The image software 3A, 3B are supported so as to move to correspond to each of the kaleidoscope bodies 2A, 2B respectively, and they can move independently. Therefore, when the user looks into the eye cover by both eyes, the moved image which is turned is recognized more vividly, and the image which is not moved is hard to be recognized after one of the image software 3A or 3B is turned. Therefore, the user can enjoy the image that is more complicated as a whole, deep, clear and has three-dimensional effect.

[0122] However, it is case that the image overlaps and may be felt obstacle. Moreover, there is also demand of wanting to concentrate more and to enjoy one of the images. Then, a cover 41 is provided in each of the window 8 of the kaleidoscope bodies 2A, 2B, and it opens and closes if needed, and the user can chose the image and he can enjoy.

[0123] A fifth embodiment of the present invention is shown in FIGS. 22-24. It is distinguished from the first embodiment in that the support body 4 is replaced from another support body 4B. The support body 4B includes a support pipe 26B and a lock system 45. The support pipe 26B covers whole outer surface part of the kaleidoscope body 2 having a slope at 45 degrees at a bottom portion thereof, having a hole 43 which inserted an image software 3C from the one of side walls 42. The lock system 45 is attached slidably at the side wall 42, having a lock projection 44 which prevent to fall a tip portion of the lock projection out from the guide slot 19 of the image software 3. A kaleidoscope 1D with the support body 4B according to the fifth embodiment has similar advantages to that according to the first embodiment.

[0124] A sixth embodiment of the present invention is shown in FIGS. 25-27. It is distinguished from the first embodiment in that the support body 4 is replaced from another support body 4C which having a support part 46 which can insert the image software 3 from the upper part thereof. A kaleidoscope 1E with the support body 4C according to the second embodiment has similar advantages to that according to the first embodiment.

[0125] A seventh embodiment of the present invention is shown in FIGS. 28 and 29. It is distinguished from the first embodiment in that the support member 33 is replaced from another support member 33B having a transparent sheet 48, one end portion thereof attached to the bottom surface of the tip portion of the support body 4D and another end portion thereof having a fastener 47 which can adhere to the fastener 47 attached to the upper surface of the tip portion of the support body 4D. A kaleidoscope 1F with the support member 33B according to the seventh embodiment has similar advantages to that according to the first embodiment.

[0126] An eighth embodiment of the present invention is shown in FIGS. 30-34. It is distinguished from the first embodiment in that the outer circumferential part of the kaleidoscope body 2 is covered by an outer case 48 for an ornament. A kaleidoscope 1G according to the eighth embodiment has similar advantages to that according to the first embodiment and the design may be changed.

[0127] A ninth embodiment of the present invention is shown in FIGS. 35-37. It is distinguished from the first embodiment in that an image software 3A has the cap 17 with one side. A support body 4F includes the concave part 27 which engages with the guide slot 19 formed in a part of the cap 17 of the image software 3A and a concave part 27C formed in the shape of a V-letter, engaging with a bottom part of the image software 3A. The end portion of the kaleidoscope body 2 supports the image software 3A rotatably and detachably. A kaleidoscope 1H with the concave parts 27, 27C according to the ninth embodiment has similar advantages to that according to the first embodiment.

[0128] A tenth embodiment of the present invention is shown in FIGS. 38 and 39. It is distinguished from the first embodiment in that a pair of elastic support members 33C, 33C are attached to the opening of a concave part 27D so as to narrow the interval from the outer diameter of the image software 3 in order to prevent for escaping the image software 3 from the concave part 27D. Therefore, the image software 3 is supported by the concave parts 27D, 27D. Moreover, the concave parts 27D, 27D are attached to the end portion 7 of a kaleidoscope body 2C, and a support body 4G is assembled.

[0129] In order to insert the image software 3 in the support body 4, the image software 3 opens the opening of the pair of the support member 33C, 33C with elasticity, and the image software 3 is put thereinto. Then the guide slots 19, 19 are engaged with the concave parts 27 respectively. Thereby, the image software 3 can be rotated at a fixed position on the concave part 27, and it does not release from an open end.

[0130] A kaleidoscope 11 according to the tenth embodiment has similar advantages to that according to the first embodiment.

[0131] As set forth above, the advantages of the invention are as follows:

[0132] (1) A kaleidoscope includes a kaleidoscope body assembled in the shape of a sleeve so as to locate a plurality of surfaces of mirrors thereinto; a support body attached to an end portion of the kaleidoscope body, supporting rotatably and detachably an image software at the end portion, having two concave parts which supports both ends of a container, formed in the shape of a cylinder, of the image software and opens one end, holding at least two points of the outer circumferential portion of the container; a prevention member attached to one of the support body, the end portion of the kaleidoscope body and a part adjacent the support body and kaleidoscope body, preventing coming out the image software from an opening end of the concave parts; and the image software including a container having an image software member thereinto, being supported rotatably and detachably by the support body so that the support body can support detachably the image software easily.

[0133] Thereby, since the image software 3 can be detached and attached by one-touch, it is easy to exchange of the image software which was trouble conventionally so that the user can exchange many image software 3 and can enjoy easily.

[0134] (2) As discussed above, the form of the image software for the kaleidoscope can be made into the graceful design which can be equal to appreciation even if it is independent.

[0135] (3) claim 2 has similar advantages to that according to the above-mentioned (1), and the bright and beautiful image also can be enjoyed with an easy posture.

[0136] (4) As discussed above (3), since it is seen by the catoptrical light of the light puts from a side portion to a sight, the shade arises on an image and there is a three-dimensional effect.

[0137] (5) As discussed above (3), since it sees by catoptrical light, the opaque object can be used, and the selection range of material increases, and the range of creation spreads.

[0138] (6) As discussed above (2), the light is illuminated the surroundings to the whole container body, and whole contents in the container body is watched transparently and beautifully even if the liquid is colored and is watched with penetration light.

[0139] In addition, there is a few influences which the surface catoptrical light of the container body has on the image so that a clear image is obtained.

[0140] (7) As discussed above (3), the composition is simple, and a uniform soft light can illuminate throughout the irradiation side of the image software. Also a beautiful image can be obtained.

[0141] (8) As discussed above (3), when the reflective part of the reflective plate is formed a curved surface, it can work as a concave mirror, and the light of the lighting lamp can be efficiently collected, and the brightness of an image can be increased.

[0142] Moreover, the atmosphere of an image can be changed by making the surface of a reflective part to color white, form mirror surface and the like.

[0143] (9) As discussed above (3), since the upper surface of the reflective plate is opened, the natural light can be taken in when the surrounding situation is bright, and it becomes saving of the battery economically.

[0144] At this time, the reflective part of the reflective plate 32 works as a condensing mirror, and the taken-in light is efficiently brought together in the image software 3, and it is effective in increasing the brightness of the image.

[0145] (10) As discussed above (3), the reflective plate can prevent to fall suddenly the image software when the image software is installed and absorb the shock when the kaleidoscope body drops. Therefore, the image software and the lighting lamp are protected from breakage.

[0146] (11) Since the white Light Emitting Diode with high luminosity for the lighting lamp as the lighting device is used, the white light of high color temperature is obtained, and the kaleidoscope image with beautiful color can be obtained.

[0147] (12) claim 6 has similar advantages to that according to the above-mentioned (1) to (11), and it is intercepting that the unrelated exterior scenery is reflected, and the natural beautiful image without noise is obtained around the image.

[0148] (13) claim 4 has similar advantages to that according to the above-mentioned (1) to (12), even though the window of the kaleidoscope body is looked by the right or left eye, one of the eyes is covered so that it can be peeped into by either eyes. Therefore, since it does not care about the right eye, and both eyes open and it can be peeped into, three-dimensional effect is felt for the image and the eyes does not get tired.

[0149] (14) claim 5 has similar advantages to that according to the above-mentioned (13).

[0150] (15) claim 6 has similar advantages to that according to the above-mentioned (1) to (14), the user can enjoy the image that is more complicated as a whole, deep, clear and has three-dimensional effect.

[0151] (16) In claim 7, the remaining the air bubbles in the image software 3 is prevented, and the fine sight of the image can be secured.

[0152] Moreover, the quantity of the image software member 24 may be adjusted economically by packing the elastic pieces.

[0153] (17) As discussed above (16), leaking of the liquid can be controlled even if internal pressure is improved by the rise of temperature etc.

[0154] (18) In claim 8, when the image software is rotated, there is an advantage which gives change to an image.

[0155] Moreover, the quantity of the image software member may be adjusted economically. 

What is claimed is:
 1. A kaleidoscope comprising: a kaleidoscope body assembled in the shape of a sleeve so as to locate a plurality of surfaces of mirrors thereinto; a support body attached to an end portion of the kaleidoscope body, supporting rotatably and detachably an image software at the end portion, having two concave parts which support both ends of a container, formed in the shape of a cylinder, of the image software and opens one end, holding at least two points of the outer circumferential portion of the container; a prevention member attached to one of the support body, the end portion of the kaleidoscope body and a part adjacent the support body and kaleidoscope body, preventing coming out the image software from an opening end of the concave parts; and the image software including a container having an image software member thereinto, being supported rotatably and detachably by the support body.
 2. A kaleidoscope comprising: a kaleidoscope body assembled in the shape of a sleeve so as to locate a plurality of surfaces of mirrors thereinto; a support body supporting an image software, attaching to an end portion of the kaleidoscope body; the image software including a container having an image software member thereinto, being supported by the support body; a lighting lamp irradiating in parallel to the axial direction of the kaleidoscope body; a reflective plate which bends the light of the lighting lamp, capable of illuminating the image software from right-angled mostly to the axial direction of the kaleidoscope body; and a lighting device having an electric circuit, attaching to one of the support body and the kaleidoscope body.
 3. A kaleidoscope comprising: a kaleidoscope body assembled in the shape of a sleeve so as to locate a plurality of surfaces of mirrors thereinto; a support body supporting an image software, attaching to an end portion of the kaleidoscope body; the image software including a container formed in the shape of a cylinder having an image software member thereinto, being supported by the support body; and a reflective plate attached to one of the support body and the kaleidoscope body, filling a space between a cylindrical surface of the image software and the end portion of the kaleidoscope body.
 4. A kaleidoscope comprising: a kaleidoscope body assembled in the shape of a sleeve so as to locate a plurality of surfaces of mirrors thereinto; a support body supporting an image software, attaching to an end portion of the kaleidoscope body; the image software including a container formed in the shape of a cylinder having an image software member thereinto, being supported by the support body; and an eye cover attached to a window of the kaleidoscope body, capable of covering both eyes when the user is looking into the window by one of eyes, expanding to right and left directions.
 5. A kaleidoscope according to claim 4, wherein the eye cover includes a hood attached movably to the window of the kaleidoscope body, capable of changing a position of the hood and covering both eyes when the user is looking into the window by one of eyes
 6. A kaleidoscope comprising: two kaleidoscope bodies arranged in parallel so that it can peep into by both eyes, assembling in the shape of a sleeve so as to locate a plurality of surfaces of mirrors thereinto; two support body attached in an end portion of the kaleidoscope bodies, supporting independently two image software corresponding to the kaleidoscope bodies; and two image software including a container supported by the support body, the container having image software members thereinto.
 7. An image software for a kaleidoscope comprising: a container body formed in the shape of a cylinder; an image software member put a plurality of objects and a liquid into the container body; pieces with elasticity put into the container body, contracting and expanding the volume by change of the pressure inside the container body; and a cap which covers an opening of the container body at a sealing state.
 8. An image software for a kaleidoscope comprising: a container body formed in the shape of a cylinder; a partition wall which divides by a plurality of spaces in a cylindrical container provided in the container body; an image software member put a plurality of objects and a liquid into the plurality of spaces;and a cap which covers an opening of the container body at a sealing state. 